October 2025 is the 100th anniversary of the first Rotary Club being formed in Geelong, from which all other local Rotary Clubs are descended, either directly, or from one of the Clubs formed by the Rotary Club of Geelong – the original club.
To mark the anniversary, there will be a dinner dance held at the Italian Social Club on 18th of October. Please keep this date available and place it in your diary. More details to follow.
There is also a fund being established with the Geelong Community Foundation which aims to raise $100,000, which will be perpetual, and proceeds from the fund will go to supporting the local community. Clubs are being asked to contribute to the fund, but it is also open to business, members, and the public. Contributions are tax deductible.
Finally, a brochure is being produced to record 100 projects that have been completed over the last 100 years by local Rotary Clubs. Each club is being requested to nominate its projects for this brochure.
Please contact President Don if you would like more information